Ku-ula, the Fish God of Hawaii
Translated from Moke Manu by M.K. Nakuina The story of Ku-ula, considered by ancient Hawaiians as the deity presiding over and controlling the fish of the sea,--a story still believed by many of them to-day,--is translated and somewhat condensed from an account prepared by a recognized legendary bard of these islands. The name of Ku-ula is known from the ancient times on each of the islands of the Hawaiian group, and the writer gives the Maui version as transmitted through the old people of that island. Ku-ula had a human body, and was possessed with wonderful or miraculous power (mana kupua) in ...
The Original Hana Marketplace: How the Dream Became the Nightmare
Finally, I found the story about how the original Hana Marketplace that had so many in Hana excited and dreaming entrepreneurial thoughts, had taken a nose dive and become more of a nightmare. The article explains how the dreams of the marketplace died leaving a deteriorating monument to government incompetence in the heart of Hana for all to see. I recall how excited I was when I heard the Hana Marketplace was going to be built for local Hana residents. Hundreds of tourists drive through Hana every day, in and then back out. It's a long drive for most so they ...
Hiking in and around Hana
If your idea of "things to do" is limited to things like watching TV and shopping then Hana may not be for you. Hana is the kind of place where you don't need a TV, a shopping mall, or places to go and show off your jewelry and barely worn MuuMuu (dress) or aloha shirt. All you need are your five senses (even 3 or 4 will do) and some time. The entire Hana area is gorgeous as is the Hana highway that takes you there. Please reserve plenty of time to walk around and take in the beauty, aroma, sounds ...
Boy Kana’e
My Uncle Boy, I miss you and your aloha that you shared so generously with me. I know where you are now the Lau Lau's are no ka oi, but save Pani and me some because we'll be hungry when we arrive. Uncle Boy multitasking in March 2002 on my most recent trip to visit with him. Uncle Boy showing off a special gift he had just received back in March 2002 The pic above is from March 8th 1997 and is of Boy, me and my bruddah Pani. Besides being bruddahs we were business partners running our Tiny's of Maui local food ...
Happy Birthday Viewed Paniani Malaikini
Poom poom! Hard to believe it's been 23 years since we met down at Hana Bay my bruddah Pani. Time goes by too fast, but my time sure has been better having met you out on the pier that fateful day. I know you're hurting over Boy's death and I wish I could be there with you and Boy's o'hana, but sadly it's not possible for me to make it there right now. Please have a Happy Birthday and make sure it's your best year yet! We never know how many more God will let us share with family and friends here on ...
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Ku-ula, the Fish God of Hawaii
Translated from Moke Manu by M.K. Nakuina The story of Ku-ula, considered by ancient Hawaiians as the deity presiding over and controlling the fish of the sea,–a story still believed by many of them to-day,–is translated and somewhat condensed from an account prepared by a recognized legendary bard of these islands. The name of Ku-ula is known from the ancient times on each of the islands... [Read more]
The Original Hana Marketplace: How the Dream Became the Nightmare
Finally, I found the story about how the original Hana Marketplace that had so many in Hana excited and dreaming entrepreneurial thoughts, had taken a nose dive and become more of a nightmare. The article explains how the dreams of the marketplace died leaving a deteriorating monument to government incompetence in the heart of Hana for all to see. I recall how excited I was when I heard the Hana Marketplace... [Read more]
Hiking in and around Hana
If your idea of “things to do” is limited to things like watching TV and shopping then Hana may not be for you. Hana is the kind of place where you don’t need a TV, a shopping mall, or places to go and show off your jewelry and barely worn MuuMuu (dress) or aloha shirt. All you need are your five senses (even 3 or 4 will do) and some time. The entire Hana area is gorgeous as is the... [Read more]
Boy Kana’e
My Uncle Boy, I miss you and your aloha that you shared so generously with me. I know where you are now the Lau Lau’s are no ka oi, but save Pani and me some because we’ll be hungry when we arrive. Uncle Boy multitasking in March 2002 on my most recent trip to visit with him. Uncle Boy showing off a special gift he had just received back in March 2002 The pic above is from March 8th... [Read more]
Happy Birthday Viewed Paniani Malaikini
Poom poom! Hard to believe it’s been 23 years since we met down at Hana Bay my bruddah Pani. Time goes by too fast, but my time sure has been better having met you out on the pier that fateful day. I know you’re hurting over Boy’s death and I wish I could be there with you and Boy’s o’hana, but sadly it’s not possible for me to make it there right now. Please have... [Read more]
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